RN's what was your occupation while in nursing school?

[mzsuccess]

I live in Nc and here they have CNA ll and the program sounds interesting. The job description is a basically more advanced training than a cna 1. I know it isn't all about money but I want to be comfortable while in school and not so stressed. I had bad experiences as cna 1, in a LTCF and it just turned me off. I was so tired and stressed I couldn't get work done. A Cna ll is kinda like pca/pct. Alot of hospitals and hospices are hiring for them. My thing is I can't find the pay rate and difference in pay from cna 1 to cna 2? The program is $700 and is for 8 weeks.. does the sound like it's worth it? what did you do while in nursing school?

[2k15NurseExtern4u, BSN, RN]

Waitress at saltgrass

[mclennan, BSN, RN]

During my BSN I worked as a CNA, an EMT, and a Home Health Aide. I also waited tables, tended bar, baby/pet/house sat, DJ'd, and drove for Meals on Wheels.

[Been there,done that, ASN, RN]

What school will you be attending? Some community colleges offer the CNA training as a college credit.

[annie.rn]

Ppppo

[mzsuccess]

Hi, Been there, done that. Here in NC, we're able to challenge the CNA 1 test and thats what I did. Since I was doing home health and was already familiar , I took a 3 day course and challenge the test. I didn't attend a community college, so I don't know if that'll count, but if I do the CNA ll, It may count.

[LadyFree28, BSN, LPN, RN]

I was a tech in PN school, and worked as a LPN during nursing school (Pedi home health, and Medical Day care).

[jcbhappy]

I worked as a bartender/waitress at a couple of different small town veterans/private clubs in my area. It was nice because the pay was higher than an average restaurant/bar job and I was able to study during slow periods. I had a whole team of "older" people rooting for me and my success! It was great! After my acceptance into the RN program I found a SNF that had paid CNA orientation and worked PRN for them which gave me class credit for basic ADL skills. That saved me $500.... After I completed my first year of the program, I took a student nurse position in the facility I currently work at. When I graduated, my customers that supported me during my journey were just as proud of me as my family. They still follow me and my career and always ask how things are going. I gave them all thank you cards when I was done because I couldn't have done it without the constant encouragement!!